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Honda Stepwagon

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,990 cc

Y257 VHJMOT history

Y257 VHJ is a red petrol Honda Stepwagon first used on 20 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,189 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Stepwagon
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 VHJ was last recorded at 89,189 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 7,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,557 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,632 miles
Average per year
3,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,189 miles
  • 2025 – 81,557 miles
  • 2024 – 77,998 miles
  • 2023 – 72,684 miles
  • 2022 – 67,976 miles
  • 2021 – 63,832 miles
  • 2020 – 60,567 miles
  • 2019 – 56,946 miles
  • 2018 – 53,490 miles
  • 2016 – 47,157 miles
  • 2014 – 42,377 miles
  • 2013 – 39,196 miles
  • 2012 – 36,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,189 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,189 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,189 miles
    Test number
    764837901836
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,189 miles (+7,632)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,189 miles
    Test number
    941094558478
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    81,557 miles
    Test number
    810697031177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,556 miles (+3,558)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,556 miles
    Test number
    287744740267
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass77,998 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,998 miles
    Test number
    727093878357
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,998 miles (+5,314)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,998 miles
    Test number
    475032842355
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass72,684 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,684 miles
    Test number
    522305057380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail72,683 miles (+4,707)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,683 miles
    Test number
    773158306240
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,976 miles (+4,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    392608671451
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 both tyres cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass63,832 miles (+3,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,832 miles
    Test number
    236436222723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass60,567 miles (+3,621)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    60,567 miles
    Test number
    613400425643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,946 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    56,946 miles
    Test number
    946778006342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,490 miles (+6,333)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,490 miles
    Test number
    963960946615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,157 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    983750063465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,204 miles
    Test number
    332950908047
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  16. Fail46,204 miles (+3,827)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,204 miles
    Test number
    473920653063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  17. Pass42,377 miles (+3,181)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,377 miles
    Test number
    508365214354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight smear to offside front wiper

  18. Pass39,196 miles (+30)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,196 miles
    Test number
    546517293206
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Fail39,166 miles (+2,978)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,166 miles
    Test number
    699614793239
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass36,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,188 miles
    Test number
    768951722302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 VHJ

Does Y257 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 VHJ is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 VHJ?
The MOT on Y257 VHJ is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 VHJ done?
Y257 VHJ was recorded at 89,189 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,881 miles a year.
Has Y257 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 VHJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y257 VHJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y257 VHJ find?
Y257 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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